Atlanta is the capital of the American state of Georgia and is one of the major cities of America. It boasts one of the busiest airports in the world and features several important interstate highways. It is also a favorite city for the foodies with innumerable dining options to choose from. This vibrant and charming city along with its suburbs offers a wide range of cuisines that very few cities in the United States can match up to. It features a wide range of accommodations as well, from the best Airbnb vacation rentals to themed hotels. This American city has a plethora of things to do and see. There are innumerable tourist attractions ranging from sports to arts, as well as, beautiful gardens, entry-free museums, and historical spots. If you want to travel solo, check out these top 12 things to do alone in Atlanta.
1. Join the Do It For The Culture Tour in Atlanta
Move away from monotonous and predictable tours that only show you what everyone else already knows about Atlanta. Instead, join this Do It For The Culture Tour, which impressively highlights inner-city Atlanta and its gorgeous murals and monuments. Enjoy the drive accompanied by a very knowledgeable and passionate host who will treat you like a friend. Visit historical landmarks like the monument of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and many more. Go to places not usually traversed by tourists and hear fascinating stories. If you’re looking for things to do by yourself in Atlanta, join this exciting tour for a fun experience.
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2. Get the alpaca llama experience
Confused about the difference between llamas and alpacas? Hear fascinating facts about these animals and learn how to tell them apart while enjoying a refreshing farm experience in Atlanta’s Bamboo Forest. Meet and interact with these lovely creatures and other animals on the farm, all of which are rescues. This is not the kind of tour where you only view them from a distance - you will get the chance to pet them, feed them organic baby carrots, and take cute selfies with them while your guide educates you about their personalities, dynamics, and hierarchy. This is the ultimate stress reliever for animal lovers!
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3. Make your own waffle cone ice cream
Spoil the child in you with this fun and delicious activity that you can experience here in Atlanta. Get hands-on at making your very own waffle cone ice cream. The ingredients and equipment will be provided by your host - just head over to the venue. Being fun and easy, this activity is perfect for groups of any age and will most definitely be enjoyed by children. You will be given a waffle mix in the flavor of your choice, and the host will guide you through every step of the procedure, from mixing the batter to scooping the ice cream into your waffle. You can even load it up with toppings! With great hosts, delicious food, and clean facilities, this Atlanta experience is worth booking.
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4. Create pottery with an Atlanta artist
Learn the art of molding clay into gorgeous pieces of earthenware from no less than the best and most experienced pottery artists in Atlanta. Start your experience with a tour of the studio to familiarize yourself with the workplace. Pick up useful tricks and tips on how to successfully make your pot as your instructor guides you through a detailed demonstration. If you feel you are ready, start getting your hands dirty and get to molding that clay. Don’t worry if you don’t immediately get the hang of it. Your instructor will patiently assist you through your project. You may have your pottery shipped to you in about six weeks to allow for it to dry and be fired. The shipping fee varies but local pick-up is free.
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5. Visit the World of Coca-Cola
Who will disagree that Coca-Cola is the most popular beverage brand all over the world? Now, you can avail the chance of exploring the history of this world-famous beverage brand through this tour. So, visit the home of the secret formula which is more than a century old. You can get really close to the intriguing vault which contains the secret recipe of Coca-Cola. You can also see how the entire bottling process takes place and peruse through more than a thousand artifacts. Enjoy a nail-biting 4-D film-watching experience and sample over 100 distinct beverages during this trip. If you want your itinerary to be filled with only rare things in Atlanta, add this activity to the list!
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6. Explore Ponce City Market
The duration of this unique guided tour is 2.5 hours wherein you will be taken to visit the Ponce City Market. You can savor the lip-smacking local food and follow the guide while he shows you around the Sears, Roebuck & Co., a historic building, which now features some of the finest restaurants of Atlanta. Also, sample delicacies prepared by some of the best celebrity chefs of the locality. The tour includes both food tastings and entry.
7. Visit Martin Luther King's Home
This wonderful tour will enable you to know the biography of Martin Luther King Junior. It is a heritage tour, which lasts for around five hours enlightening you about the achievements. of this famous personality. You will be also taken to different locations in the city that are linked to the pivotal incidents in his life. Thus, you can actually discover his life in the city of Atlanta. You will also have lunch at one of the most preferred restaurants of Dr. King during the course of this tour.
8. Learn indoor skydiving at iFly Atlanta
Imagine experiencing the excitement of skydiving without spending an exorbitant price for it. How about enjoying the simulated experience of hopping out of one of the planes at iFLY Atlanta? You will take a private lesson under the guidance of a seasoned instructor who will then accompany you to a high-speed vertical wind tunnel. The institute offers a number of time slots all throughout the year. Although this is a simulated skydiving experience, the activity is highly popular among locals and tourists and is one of the most fun things to do in Atlanta.
9. Stroll around the Atlanta Botanical Gardens
You will love this tour of the Atlanta Botanical Gardens which will also include facilities like transit from and back to your hotel in the city. Explore the Garden’s themed portions and take a leisurely stroll along the paths of the garden. You will also get time in between to savor a delicious picnic lunch. Enjoy watching the funky garden displays that have been prepared from plants and flowers.
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10. Try out a food tour
If you are a foodie, you simply cannot miss this guided food tour which lasts for around 3.5 hours. You can savor Atlanta’s mouthwatering cuisine while an experienced foodie guide advises you and answers your queries. You can try out as many as 15 food tastings at some of the finest restaurants in the city’s historic downtown. Also, get an opportunity to visit a rustic eatery during this tour called the Smoke Ring that specializes in Southern sides, barbecue, and exotic cocktails.
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11. Tour CNN studios
If you are vacationing in Atlanta alone, you can try out this tour of the CNN studios. Enjoy the chance of visiting the global headquarters of CNN in Atlanta as part of this studio walking tour where an experienced guide will accompany you. You will be familiar with how news is written and produced at CNN and may also get a chance to catch glimpses of some of the news anchors who are preparing for their live telecasts. Get a chance to see the news bytes coming in from different parts of the world. You will be also given a souvenir picture wherein you can pose where all the action takes place. Also, drop in at one of the places to eat or shop in one of the many stores either before the tour commences or after it ends.
12. Visit Georgia Aquarium
If you’re in Atlanta and you find yourself wondering, “What can you do alone in this city?” Well, your trip will remain incomplete if you miss out on visiting the famous Georgia Aquarium. It is one of the biggest aquariums in the world, which you can enjoy visiting with a general admission pass. You can explore the rich marine life while also becoming familiar with the marine habitats and oceanic life. It is an ideal admission choice for all such travelers who wish to know the thrill of being under the water and do not wish to get drenched while doing so.
Tip from Trip101 local expert
One of my favorite activities in Atlanta is visiting the only aquarium in the United States where you can see whale sharks! This aquarium is well worth a visit with its massive main tank and walk-through tunnel. If you want a truly special experience, make sure to get tickets to the behind-the-seas experience where you will get to go back into the employee-only areas. If you are the adventurous type, you should try the scuba diving experience with the whale sharks or cage diving with hammerhead and tiger sharks!
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Enjoy an amazing vacation in Atlanta, Georgia
Traveling alone to the city of Atlanta can be great fun as you probably realized by now. So, make sure that these top things to do alone in Atlanta, Georgia are on your bucket list so that you can enjoy a great vacation.
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